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Genetic research in native communities.

Lorrieann Santos¹

¹Imi Hale, Native Hawaiian Cancer Network, Papa Ola Lokahi.

Progress in Community Health Partnerships : Research, Education, and Action

|March 9, 2010

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Biomedical research involving indigenous peoples requires ethical considerations. Establishing community Institutional Review Boards is crucial for respecting cultural values and ensuring equitable treatment in genetic research.

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Area of Science:

Bioethics
Indigenous Studies
Genetic Research

Background:

Advances in biomedical research have increased lifespans.
Genetic research with indigenous peoples presents complex legal, ethical, social, spiritual, and political challenges.
Current research models often exhibit paternalism and biocolonialism, as seen in cases like the Havasupai and Native Hawaiians.

Purpose of the Study:

To highlight the ethical complexities in genetic research involving indigenous communities.
To propose a framework for more equitable and respectful research practices.
To emphasize the need for community-centered approaches in population/group-based research.

Main Methods:

Analysis of ethical challenges in past research cases (Havasupai, Native Hawaiians).
Identification of key questions for ethical research conduct with indigenous groups.
Proposal for establishing community Institutional Review Boards (IRBs).

Main Results:

Genetic research with indigenous peoples necessitates careful consideration of informed consent, cultural knowledge, beliefs, values, practices, potential group harm, and community accountability.
Existing research paradigms can perpetuate harm through paternalism and biocolonialism.
Community IRBs offer a potential solution for achieving ethical and equitable research treatment.

Conclusions:

Ethically rigorous processes and tailored interventions are essential for research involving indigenous communities.
Respecting indigenous needs, interests, and values is paramount.
Community Institutional Review Boards can facilitate equitable and ethical population/group-based research.